China cold storage solution provider
A 1,500-square-meter cold facility is a strategic asset for mid-to-large agribusinesses, meat exporters, pharma distributors, and specialty manufacturers. But the right design—and cost—depends entirely on what you’re storing.
📦 Storage Capacity: What Fits in 1,500m²?
| Application | Clear Height | Usable Volume | Storage Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Produce (fruits, vegetables) | 5m | 7,500 m³ | 1,200 – 1,400 metric tons |
| Frozen Meat / Seafood | 5m | 7,500 m³ | 1,800 – 2,100 metric tons |
| Pharmaceuticals / Vaccines | 4.5m (GMP spacing) | 6,750 m³ | 350 – 420 pallets |
| Industrial / Hazardous Materials | 5m | 7,500 m³ | Varies by container type |
*Assumes standard racking, airflow gaps, and industry-standard stacking densities.
💰 Total Investment by Type (Turnkey, 2026 Pricing)
| Cold Room Type | Temp Range | Key Features | Total Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit & Vegetable Chilled Room | 0°C to +5°C | • 100mm PU panels • 60HP semi-hermetic screw compressor • DL-series ceiling coolers • XPS floor insulation • PLC + remote monitoring |
$190,000 – $230,000 |
| Meat / Seafood Frozen Room | –18°C to –25°C | • 150mm PU panels • Dual 60HP compressors (N+1) • Floor heating system • Heavy-duty sliding doors • R507 refrigerant |
$210,000 – $250,000 |
| Pharma / Biologics Cold Room | 2–8°C or –20°C | • 120–150mm panels • Redundant refrigeration • 24/7 cloud monitoring with audit trail • GMP-compliant lighting & finishes • Validation support (IQ/OQ) |
$240,000 – $320,000 |
| Explosion-Proof Industrial Cold Room | Custom (e.g., –10°C) | • ATEX-certified electrical components • Non-sparking fixtures • Special ventilation & gas detection • Reinforced structure |
$260,000 – $390,000+ |
✅ All prices include: insulation, refrigeration, controls, installation, commissioning, and operator training.
🌍 Real-World Insight: One Facility, Four Markets
A cold chain operator in Vietnam built a 1,500m² multi-client facility with dual zones:
- Zone 1 (1,000m²): –20°C for frozen seafood → serves EU exporters
- Zone 2 (500m²): +3°C for mangoes & dragon fruit → serves domestic premium retailers
- Total Investment: $230,000 USD
- Result:
- Utilization rate > 90% year-round
- Reduced client spoilage claims by 75%
- Secured contracts with 3 new export partners
- ROI in 12 months